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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that when we ask for God to fill us with the Holy Spirit, it is something different. It’s when we continually ask for the Holy Spirit to fill us with his power so we can be an effective witness, and an example of Christ.

The other day, I tried fixing a leaky faucet on my own. I watched a few videos, grabbed some tools, and thought, “How hard could it be?” An hour later, water was everywhere, and I finally called for help. Isn’t that how we often handle life’s problems? We try to fix things on our own, like our stress, our relationships, and the things that cause us worry, only to make a bigger mess. Today, Pastor Chris will explain that Jesus invites you to bring it all to Him, to lay your struggles at His feet, where true peace and help are found.

Did you know there are specific ways in which God chooses to communicate with His children?  In today's episode, find out the 4 channels God has always used to speak and how you can learn to tune in to what He has to say.

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Many families wrestle with discipline, hoping rules will keep their teens on track — but sometimes, those boundaries end up building walls instead of bridges. On today’s show, Mark sits down with two Heartlight teens who share honest reflections on the struggles that come when discipline overshadows relationship. For Austin, creative discipline systems left him angry and distant from his family. Both teens describe how their families reached a breaking point — and how healing began once understanding and connection took the place of strict rules. 

To learn how the Heartlight residential program helps struggling teens, visit heartlightministries.org today!

Parenting Today's Teens is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit parentingtodayteens.org. 

Are you facing an impossible situation right now? Does it seem like God has forgotten you or can’t hear your pleas for help? Dr. Robert Jeffress reminds us that even when our timetable doesn’t match up with God’s, God always proves faithful in the end.

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It’s always a pleasure to welcome back Dr. Shane Enete—Associate Professor of Finance at Biola University, founder of Biola’s Financial Planning Program, and creator of The Money Storybook Bible Podcast. His creative work helps parents disciple their children in biblical stewardship by weaving financial lessons into retold Bible stories.

When asked what inspired the podcast, Dr. Enete explained that the idea grew from a common question he receives: “How can I teach my kids about money?” His realization was simple yet profound—the Bible already does this. “The Bible talks about money more than almost any other topic, and it’s filled with stories for all ages,” he said. “So I thought, what if I just told these stories to my kids in a way that helped them see themselves in the story and learn about money at the same time?”

For Dr. Enete, the goal goes far beyond teaching budgeting or saving. “Stewardship is one of the greatest opportunities we have to express our love for Jesus,” he said. “When we share, we’re loving Him and others.”

He hopes parents and children alike will see money not as a source of stress or status, but as an opportunity for love, wisdom, and worship. “I want kids to understand the dangers of debt and discontentment,” he added, “but even more, I want them to know that Jesus is everything—and that money can be used to love Him.”

Each podcast episode features Dr. Enete reading to his own children, with interactive moments that bring the stories to life. “We start with fun icebreakers, like a ‘Would you rather’ question, then read a Bible story together,” he explained. “Afterward, I ask questions to help them reflect, and we finish with a hands-on activity that reinforces the lesson.”

One of Dr. Enete’s favorite family moments came from a story about Solomon. “I asked my kids which world they’d rather live in—one where they’re rich but don’t know Jesus, or one where they have Jesus but not the riches. They didn’t even hesitate—they chose Jesus. That’s when I knew these lessons were hitting home.”

One memorable episode, Purple Snail Robes, retells the story of Lydia from Acts 16. In Dr. Enete’s version, Lydia initially wants to give away her wealth to follow Paul, but he helps her see that her business can be a ministry in itself.

“Sometimes God wants us to serve Him right where we are,” Paul tells her. “When you share what you have and do your work with skill and kindness, you’re showing people who Jesus is.”

Dr. Enete shared that Lydia’s story was inspired by the idea of Gospel Patrons—those who use their resources to fuel God’s work. “Lydia was one of the first gospel patrons,” he said. “I wanted kids to see that our work and business can glorify God. Plus,” he laughed, “the fact that purple dye came from smashed snails makes it extra fun for kids!”

Another powerful episode, 75 Pounds of Spices, reimagines Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus as they prepare Jesus’ body for burial—with a young girl named Abigail watching nearby. The story illustrates generosity that is both courageous and costly, as Joseph donates his tomb and Nicodemus buys an extravagant amount of burial spices.

Even little Abigail joins in, offering her treasured blue necklace to honor Jesus. “That moment shows that no act of generosity is too small,” said Dr. Enete. “It’s a picture of giving that flows from love—something children can grasp in a tangible way.”

One of the most challenging stages of parenting is transitioning to the empty-nest season, especially when our adult children make decisions we disagree with. Mary DeMuth guides us on this journey of finding joy regardless of our wayward adult kids, sharing practical and spiritual tips on how to stay connected with children who have left the Christian faith.

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Everyone struggles with anger - period! We struggle in different ways: some blow up, some spew, and some repress. So, is it really possible to keep anger from getting the best of us? Join Chip as he uncovers what causes our anger, and what we can do to keep it under control.

Introduction: James 1:19-20

A look at anger from God’s perspective:

• Definition: Anger is neither good nor bad; it is a “charged,” morally neutral, emotional response of protective preservation.
• Positively – It can be a healthy emotion that motivates us to correct attitudes, behaviors, or injustices that we perceive to be wrong. -Eph 4:26-27
• Negatively – It can be an unhealthy and destructive emotional response to protect us from (real or perceived) hurt, frustration, or personal attack. -Pro. 19:19; 22:24; 29:22

Anger wears many masks: We EXPRESS our ANGER in such a wide variety of ways that many people assume anger is not an issue in their life.

• Spewers: Anger is necessary – They’re exploding or calculating time bombs
• Stuffers: Anger is wrong – They deny and avoid OR pretend and ignore
• Leakers: Showing anger is wrong – They’re passive-aggressive

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